First Known Use: 1647
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condescension
noun con·de·scen·sion \ˌkän-di-ˈsen(t)-shən\
: the attitude or behavior of people who believe they are more intelligent or better than other people
Full Definition of CONDESCENSION
1
: voluntary descent from one's rank or dignity in relations with an inferior
2
: patronizing attitude or behavior
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Origin of CONDESCENSION
Late Latin condescension-, condescensio, from condescendere
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